34 21 745 Removing and Installing/Replacing Rear Left or Right Brake Caliper (Brembo)

34 21 745 - Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right brake caliper (Brembo)





Important!
The brake pad wear sensor must be replaced once it has been removed (brake pad wear sensor loses its retention capability in the brake pad).





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove wheel 36 10 300 Removing or Installing Front or Rear Wheel

- Read and comply with General Information Service and Repair.

After completing work: Bleed brake system 34 00 025 Replacing Fluid In ABS/ASC+T Brake System.





Press clutch pedal down to floor and secure with pedal support.

Note:
The pedal support may only be released when the brake lines are reconnected.
This prevents brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank and air from entering the system when the brake lines are opened.





Important!
Grip brake hose at square head (2) so that connecting piece cannot rotate in retaining bracket.

Disconnect brake hose from brake line (1).

Installation Note:
Tightening torque 34 32 1AZ 34 32 Brake Lines.

Detach brake hose from brake caliper (3).

Installation Note:
Tightening torque 34 32 3AZ 34 32 Brake Lines.





Important!
Never twist brake hose when installing it and avoid all contact with parts attached rigidly to the body.

Note:
First tighten brake hose on brake caliper.
Insert brake hose in bracket and screw onto brake pipe.





Release screws (1).
Remove brake caliper (2) by pulling forward.

Installation Note:
Tightening torque 34 21 2AZ 34 21 Rear Brake.





Replacement:
Remove brake pads 34 21 200 Removing and Installing/Replacing Brake Pads on Both Rear Disc Brakes (Brembo)